Mi Piaci - Dallas

We had dinner last night to celebrate our mom's birthday, and it was a fantastic experience! We were seated at a table by the window overlooking the lake, and our waiter, Vito, was exceptional, as was the food and the atmosphere. The cheese platter was excellent, along with their bruschetta. And the white bean soup? Absolutely fabulous! All the risotto dishes are made to order, and they are well worth the wait—creamy, buttery, and served warm. Their dessert selection and after-dinner coffee options are impressive too. You can't go wrong with any choice. On the night we visited, we were told that the best cappuccino maker in all of Dallas was present, and our Italian waiter confirmed that he made the finest cappuccino around! I must say, it was indeed delicious—smooth with no bitterness and topped with the perfect foam. I will definitely be returning. By the way, they also offer a three-course "Amore" dinner on Friday nights, so if you get the chance, be sure to take advantage of that!

Dinner was fantastic! The food, the atmosphere, and the service were all exceptional. This has definitely become one of my all-time favorites. I can't wait to go back!

Having lived in the Dallas area for 15 years, I finally decided to try the restaurant I had been hearing about in D Magazine. As someone who travels across the country in search of great Italian cuisine, I anticipated that it might just be mediocre. How wrong I was! The service, food, and atmosphere were all exceptional. I would rank this place alongside Coco Pazzo in Chicago and Erminia in NYC. Simply outstanding! I ordered the Rigatoni with a spicy red sauce, while my wife enjoyed the Risotto. Both dishes were spectacular. And when we added the lava cake and sambuca to our meal… it was pure bliss!